18: Dr. Doug Mader and the Human-Animal Bond

12/08/22 • 61 min

Veterinarian, author and exotic pet expert Dr. Doug Mader joins Ella and Alexis today to share some amazing stories, ruminate on the reality of the human-animal bond and chat about his incredible new book The Vet at Noah's Ark: Stories of Survival from an Inner-City Animal Hospital. Dr Doug really has seen it all, from Emus to Alligators and even a fancy Eel! He proves that animal care is inextricably linked with people care, and his fascinating and important work puts him at the heart of his community- and ours! Pour yourself a hot drink in your new CC mug because this episode is what this pod is all about- and prepare to smile and maybe shed a wee tear!

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17: Ella + Alexis Talk Convergent Evolution

What do Fossas, big cats and lemurs have in common? Everything and Nothing! The answer to this riddle lies in today's episode, where Ella and Alexis do an excellent impression of scientist-type-people and deep dive into the weird and wonderful world of convergent evolution. How are critters that look so similar, actually so different? Tune in to get nerdy! Plus, a Ready Pet Go, and more! Don't forget to join our discord here: and to buy our merch (REAL LIFE MERCH, SO EXCITING) here: maxfunstore.org!

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19: Jules Howard, Ozzy, and Being a Zoologist

We all had a phase where we said we'd be zoologist, but our guest today ACTUALLY followed through. Jules Howard is a real life zoologist and the author of Wonderdog: The Science of Dogs and Their Unique Friendship with Humans! We chat about Jules' dog Ozzy, learn about the original Frog Hotline, and discuss the very special relationship between dogs and humans! Plus, we discuss the alternate reality we all dream of: one where humans evolved to have whiskers. Tune in!

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